Busan Lotus Lantern Festival (부산연등축제)

Explanation

The Busan Lotus Lantern Festival is an annual tradition that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience Buddhist culture through the many activities offered. To celebrate Buddha's birthday, splendid lotus lanterns in different shapes and sizes are on display. The main events are the Grand Buddhist Ceremony and the Lotus Lantern Parade, both of which attract a lot of spectators regardless of their personal religous beliefs.

Inquiry

Busan Buddhism Association • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-51-867-0501

Homepage

www.bba48.or.kr

Information Use

Event Start Date : 2022년 04월 22일

Event end date : 2022년 05월 08일

Watching age : Open to visitors of all ages

Venue : Songsanghyeon Plaza, Busan Citizen's Park

Touring Time : Varies by program

Organizer info : Busan Buddhism Association

Contact the organizer : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-51-867-0501

Sponsor Information : Busan Lotus Lantern Festival Organizing Committee

Sponsor Contacts : +82-51-867-0501

Charges (Hours) : Free

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Introduction
The Busan Lotus Lantern Festival is an annual tradition that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience Buddhist culture through the many activities offered. To celebrate Buddha's birthday, splendid lotus lanterns in different shapes and sizes are on display. The main events are the Grand Buddhist Ceremony and the Lotus Lantern Parade, both of which attract a lot of spectators regardless of their personal religous beliefs.

Programs
- Opening Ceremony (Lighting of lotus lanterns)
- Busan Lotus Lantern Cultural Festival
- Busan Lotus Lantern Parade

* Programs and schedule subject to change